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200 Larkin Street (between Fulton and McAllister Streets)
San Francisco, CA 94102
In the Civic Center district, across from City Hall.
Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, with extended evening hours every Thursday until 9:00 pm. The museum is closed on Mondays, New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
| Tuesday–Wednesday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–9:00 pm |
| Friday–Sunday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Monday | Closed |
Tickets are available at the museum (no surcharge) or, buy your tickets online.
| Adults: | $12 |
| Seniors 65 and older with ID: | $8 |
| College students with ID and youths ages 13 through 17: | $7 |
| Children 12 and under and SFUSD students with ID: | Free |
| Members: Asian Art Museum Members always receive free admission. Join today! |
Free |
| Thursday evenings after 5 pm: | $5 |
| The first Sunday of every month: "Target First Free Sundays " courtesy of Target Stores  |
Free to all visitors |
"Target First Free Sundays "—free admission to all on the first Sunday of every month and the family programs offered on that day—is made possible by Target Stores.
The museum accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover Cards as well as cash.
Groups of 10 or more may purchase advance group admission tickets at discounted rates. Private guided tours are available for groups of any size. Learn more at the group visit webpage, or by calling 415.581.3624 or emailing groupvisits@asianart.org.
For our out-of-town visitors:
You can also enjoy free admission to the museum with the Go San Francisco Card.
See the museum's ground-floor floorplan (pdf).
The Asian Art Museum is accessible to persons with disabilities. See the accessibility webpage for full information, or you can access specific information from these links:
- Wheelchairs
- Guide and Service Animals
- Services for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Visitors
- Services for Blind and Visually Impaired Visitors
- Accessibility Contact Information
You can also find the information you need when you visit the Information Desk, call 415-581-3598, or TTY 415-861-2035.
Visitors will find everything they need to begin and enjoy their visit at the Information Desk (located on the first floor). Visitors may borrow a complimentary audio tour, obtain brochures, find out about the day’s events, and learn about upcoming programs. In addition, members may pick up their membership gifts.
The museum’s Coat Check (located on the first floor) has strollers, wheelchairs, and lightweight folding stools available for loan on a first-come, first-served basis. Backpacks, umbrellas, and all parcels larger than 12x12x12 inches must be checked for safety reasons. Fragile items and valuables are not accepted. The museum is not responsible for damage, loss, or theft of personal items. The contents of all bags and parcels may be inspected for security reasons.
The Asian Art Museum’s interactive Family Programs allow parents and children to explore the many aspects of Asian art and culture together. All Family Programs are free with museum admission, and kids 12 and under always get in FREE! For more information, call (415) 581-3666 or e-mail familyprograms@asianart.org.
Cafe Asia provides dining in a casual setting. The cafe offers a variety of hot and cold entrees, sushi, sandwiches, snacks, and desserts, as well as full beverage service, including wine, beer, sake, and authentic Asian teas. Entrance to the Cafe does not require paid admission to the museum.
The Museum Store carries a variety of unique and Asian-themed merchandise from around the world. Many items are made exclusively for the museum. Entrance to the store does not require paid admission
